Top 4 free travel reward credit cards

CLEVELAND -- It's a common misconception that you need to pay through your teeth to enjoy travel rewards from a credit card and I'm hearing from many Ways 2 Save viewers who need help narrowing down the best offers.

Today, I'm going to weigh in on my top picks and also remind you that now is the ideal time to sign up for a travel rewards credit card (if you're in the market for one).

Why?

Think about how much spending you do between now and the holidays. You could be getting major rewards to enjoy free travel at a time when you really need it.

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Happy savings and bon voyage!

Top 4 free travel reward credit cards

1) Chase Sapphire Card

Why? No annual fee. Great rewards for travel, merchandise, or cash back. Bonus: Earn $100 toward travel after you spend $500 in the first 3 months.

Why? Despite the $75 annual fee, you start with two free nights for use at hundreds of Hyatt Hotel, you receive a free anniversary reward night every year, automatic platinum status in Hyatt's frequent traveler program and there are no transaction fees on this credit card.